Introduced on May 19 under Urgency, the bill approves cost-of-living payments of $350 for low- to middle-income individuals earning up to $70,000 per annum and who are not eligible for the winter energy payment. The payments will be made in 3 monthly instalments from 1 August 2022. Passed through all stages with National and Act opposed and the Greens abstaining.

Taxation (Cost of Living Payments) Bill